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> If the virus never really gets to take off, you won't be spreading it to others. That might be true for some virii, but unfortunately not for sars-cov2. It
by nate_meurer 5y ago
> If the virus never really gets to take off, you won't be spreading it to others.
That might be true for some virii, but unfortunately not for sars-cov2. It became clear early on that asymptomatic and low-symptom infected people can spread the virus. And there's evidence that vaccinated people-- who can still be infected, but are less likely to fall ill-- can spread it as well.
- jjeaff 5y agoAsymptomatic means asymptomatic. It doesn't mean low viral load. Asymptomatic people just aren't reacting poorly to having the virus in their system. And there is evidence vaccinated people can spread it, there is also evidence indicating that you are 80% less likely to spread it.